Serving 899 students in grades 6-8, Centennial Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Michigan state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Centennial Middle School's student population of 899 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
Centennial Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,069 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Centennial Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.56. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1069 out of 3069 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
5%
9%
Black
3%
18%
White
80%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centennial Middle School's ranking?
Centennial Middle School is ranked #1069 out of 3,069 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Centennial Middle School often compared to?
Centennial Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Millennium Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% MI state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Centennial Middle School?
899 students attend Centennial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Centennial Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Centennial Middle School?
Centennial Middle School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Michigan state average of 17:1.
What grades does Centennial Middle School offer ?
Centennial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Centennial Middle School part of?
Centennial Middle School is part of South Lyon Community Schools School District.
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